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Dr. Richard Forster, MD

Dr. Richard Forster, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Richard Forster, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Dayton, OH and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from McGill University School of Medicine in 1980. He is affiliated with Miami Valley Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4 Star Rating
Based on 26 reviews 4 Star Rating (26 reviews)

Practice

3205 Woodman Dr Dayton, OH 45420

Make an Appointment

(937) 531-6688

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Forster specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Forster's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Forster

4.0

26 ratings, 12 with a written review
5 Star
73%
73%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
4%
4%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
23%
23%

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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Alice Hillard – Nov 21, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Kathleen L Yowler – Oct 08, 2020
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
MICHAEL ELLIOTT – Jan 30, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jul 24, 2019
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Carolyn in OH – Sep 30, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Steve Shade in Eaton, OH – Jul 13, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Christina McCann in Oakwood, OH – Jun 27, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Tom in Bellbrook, Ohio – Feb 16, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Bobby Miller in Dayton, Ohio – Jan 08, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Anneliese DiGiacomo in Dayton, OH – Dec 10, 2017
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Linda A. – Nov 02, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
11 people found this helpful
Helpful
Vicki in Dayton, OH – Mar 24, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Richard Forster, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Dayton, OH and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from McGill University School of Medicine in 1980. He is affiliated with Miami Valley Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Mcgill University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1980
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Orthopaedic Institute of Dayton Inc3205 Woodman Dr Dayton, OH 45420
1

Practice

Kettering Health Medical Group Primary Care70 Weller Dr Tipp City, OH 45371
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Miami Valley Hospital

    1 Wyoming St
    Dayton, OH 45409

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    71%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% lower than the national average

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